Greek Lemon Sauce Recipe

Experience the bright, zesty flavors of Greece with this incredibly easy Avgolemono sauce! Perfect for drizzling over roasted lamb, this healthy and delicately flavored lemon sauce elevates any dish. Traditional Greek cooks use it with lamb, but it's also amazing in soups and stews. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 45.7 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Greek Lemon Sauce

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How to Make Greek Lemon Sauce

  1. In a small nonstick saucepan, bring 1 cup of chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and keep warm.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs until light and frothy using an electric mixer.
  3. Slowly whisk 1/2 cup of the warm broth into the eggs, tempering them to prevent scrambling. This is crucial for a smooth sauce!
  4. Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture into the remaining warm broth in the saucepan, whisking constantly.
  5. Cook over very low heat, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 2-3 minutes). Do not boil!
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately over your favorite roasted lamb, soup, or stew. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Greek Lemon Sauce?

Greek Lemon Sauce takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Greek Lemon Sauce?

Greek Lemon Sauce has approximately 45.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Greek Lemon Sauce?

The key ingredients for Greek Lemon Sauce are Chicken Broth, Eggs, Lemon Juice, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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